Molekula
Glycolic acid 70% (w/w) solution in water
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Glycolic acid (70% w/w aqueous solution) is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) widely used in cosmetics, skincare, and chemical peels for exfoliation, collagen stimulation, and improving skin texture. It is also employed in textile processing, leather tanning, and metal cleaning. This solution contains 70% glycolic acid (CAS 79-14-1, molecular formula HOCH2COOH, molecular weight 76.05) in water, stored at ambient conditions. The product is classified with a **Danger** signal word due to its corrosive properties. Molekula supplies Glycolic acid 70% (w/w) solution from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless crystal |
| Melting Point | 70 - 80 Deg C |
| Heavy metals | <0.001% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.1% |
| Free acid | >98% |
| Iron (Fe) | <0.0005% |
| Total Acid | >99% |
| Sulfuric Acid | <0.005% |
| Chlorine (Cl) | <0.0005% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 300 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 37166890 |
| CAS Number | 79-14-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-hydroxyacetic acid |
| EC Number | 201-180-5 |
| Molecular Formula | HOCH2COOH |
| Molecular Weight | 76.05 |
| Exact Mass | 76.016 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)O |
| InChIKey | AEMRFAOFKBGASW-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H4O3/c3-1-2(4)5/h3H,1H2,(H,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 757 |
| UN Number | UN3265 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181998 |
| Tariff Code | 2918199890 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- EUH071 Corrosive to the respiratory tract
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H332 Harmful if inhaled
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-Hydroxyacetic acid
- 2-Hydroxyethanoic acid
- alpha-Hydroxyacetic acid
- glycolate
- GLYCOLLATE
- Glycollic acid
- hydroxyacetic acid
- Hydroxyethanoic acid
- Kyselina glykolova
- Kyselina hydroxyoctova
Frequently asked questions
What is glycolic acid 70% solution commonly used for?
This product is widely used in cosmetic formulations (e.g., chemical peels, exfoliants), pH adjusters in cleaning products, and as a raw material in textile dyeing and leather processing.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glycolic acid?
The formula is **HOCH₂COOH**, and the molecular weight is **76.05 g/mol**.
How should glycolic acid 70% solution be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What grades or purities of glycolic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this product as a **70% (w/w) aqueous solution**; higher purities or solid forms are not available through this listing.
Can Molekula supply glycolic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics details.
What documentation comes with an order of glycolic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and a product specification sheet.
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